Crisis Center Certified Peer Specialist - PRN, Varied Shifts

Job Title: Certified Peer Specialist Location: Columbia, MO Department: Behavioral Health Crisis Center Employment Type: PRN, Varied Shifts Certification: Active Certified Peer Specialist Certification, or willingness/ability to acquire one, required Job Summary: Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a Certified Peer Specialist, where you will play a vital role in empowering individuals on their recovery journey. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those facing mental health and substance use challenges. We are looking for someone who is passionate about helping others, possesses strong communication skills, and has a deep understanding of recovery processes. Your unique experiences and insights will inspire hope and resilience in our clients as they navigate their paths to recovery. In this role, you will emphasize the acquisition, development, and expansion of recovery skills, enabling individuals to fully engage in their recovery journey. You will provide interventions based on the therapeutic relationships you build with clients and their families, helping them access essential resources and support. Benefits Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition Workplace Culture – An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual’s humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce Additional Perks & Benefits – Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more Key Responsibilities Collaborate with individuals to develop personalized treatment plans that address their specific needs. Maintain regular communication with referral sources and guardians to discuss progress, transition planning, and relevant clinical matters. Participate in meetings to ensure continuity of care for individuals. Assist in researching and referring individuals to outside resources when necessary. Schedule treatment appointments and provide transportation to and from Recovery Support Services and community-based services. Accompany clients to appointments when permitted, representing the agency professionally. Support clients in accessing medical services and document all services in accordance with state and CARF standards. Offer crisis intervention and facilitate group education sessions as scheduled. Pursue professional development through training to meet required hours every two years. Utilize peer support to foster recovery and resilience in individuals with mental health and substance use disorders. Help individuals build connections with others, their overall community, and Recovery Supports within their community. Assist individuals in accessing information and support for mental health and substance use disorders. Support individuals in making independent choices and taking an active role in their treatment. Help individuals identify their strengths and resources for recovery. Assist individuals in setting and achieving recovery goals through mentoring, advocacy, and coaching. Provide emotional, informational, and instructional support to help clients feel connected and develop recovery skills. Encourage clients to live a healthy, productive, and sober lifestyle during and after their time in the facility. Aid participants in creating personal treatment plans to actively engage in their own recovery. Adhere to ethical and confidentiality standards of the facility. Show interest in the long-term and short-term goals of the company. Education, Experience, & Qualifications Must be willing to self-identify as a present or former client of mental health and/or substance use services or self-identifies as a person in recovery from mental health and/or substance use disorder. Evidence of a sponsor and participation in a 12-step program may be requested. Requires one year of direct and personal experience with the mental health system as a primary consumer of services. Able to complete a state-approved Certified Peer Support training program and other required trainings within six months of employment. Exceptions to the qualifications listed may be made by the appropriate Leadership. Additional Qualifications Must meet the standards of CPRS (Certified Peer Recovery Specialist) or CRSS (Certified Recovery Support Specialist). Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance. Must be 21 years of age or older. Minimum one (1) year of recovery. Physical Requirements Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally (exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently (exists 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Requires walking or standing to a significant degree, or requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls, or requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co